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Lightspeed Review
By Jamie Johnson | August 25, 2025
Lightspeed's POS system is designed for retail businesses, restaurants and golf courses. Learn whether Lightspeed is the right choice for your business.
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Paychex Payroll Review
By Jamie Johnson | August 22, 2025
Paychex is an especially good payroll service for large businesses. It serves businesses with up to 1,000 employees, handles all payroll and payroll tax responsibilities, is available in multiple...
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Toast Review
By Jamie Johnson | August 20, 2025
Toast works equally well for a small restaurant that's just getting started and a large chain looking to service multiple sites. It has also done a great job of pivoting in the midst of the pandemic,...
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Square POS Review and Pricing
By Jamie Johnson | August 20, 2025
Square is the best POS for small businesses thanks to its affordable hardware and software. Learn more about Square’s features and costs and how it works.
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Human Interest Employee Retirement Review
By Max Freedman | August 19, 2025
Human Interest is an online retirement benefits provider that offers 401(k) plans starting at $120 per month, plus $4 per employe e per month. Find out if Human Interest is right for you.
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Merchant One Review
By Mike Berner | July 21, 2025
Merchant One offers processing solutions for small businesses that accept card payments in-store, online, on the go, or by mail and phone order. It approves a high percentage of applicants, can set...
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The Best POS Systems for Retail Businesses
By Shayna Waltower | July 21, 2025
Square, Lightspeed and Clover provide retail POS systems with features like inventory management, customer loyalty programs and multi-location support.
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Zoho Books Accounting Software Review
By Max Freedman | June 23, 2025
Find out how Zoho Books lets you manage business finances on the go with smart mobile widgets and apps.
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Rapid Finance Review
By Donna Fuscaldo | June 17, 2025
Rapid Finance is the best non-bank lender for merchant cash advances because it offers quick funding and approvals, plus great customer service.
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Clover POS Review
By Jamie Johnson | June 16, 2025
Clover's POS system includes well-designed hardware, intuitive software and competitive pricing. Learn why Clover is a good POS option for your business.
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FreshBooks vs. Xero: Comparing Top Accounting Software Platforms
By Max Freedman | May 19, 2025
FreshBooks and Xero are top accounting software options. We compared their integrations, pricing, invoicing and more to help you choose between the two.
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SBG Funding Review
By Max Freedman | May 16, 2025
This review examines SBG Funding's business loan offerings and which are best for small businesses.
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Clover Credit Card Processing Review
By Elsier Otachi | May 01, 2025
Clover is an advanced POS system for businesses that require highly customizable software. You can start with the basic features, then add apps for advanced capabilities such as staff scheduling,...
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Xero Accounting Software Review and Pricing Plans
By Max Freedman | April 23, 2025
Based on our accounting software research, Xero is the best platform for tracking and paying bills. Read our review to learn why.
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Helcim Review
By Elsier Otachi | April 09, 2025
Helcim is the best credit card processor for established small businesses because of its transparent rates and rate-lock guarantee.
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CAKE Review
By Jamie Johnson | March 26, 2025
Cake is an all-in-one POS system with easy self-checkout options for a great customer experience. It also features intuitive software and durable hardware.
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MassMutual Review
By Max Freedman | March 06, 2025
American 401k is a small retirement benefits provider that offers concierge-level service. If your company is near Philadelphia, American 401k may be right for you.
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Paychex Employee Retirement Review
By Max Freedman | March 03, 2025
Paychex is a payroll processing company that also offers retirement account recordkeeping and administration. See whether this provider is right for your small business.
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Businessloans.com Review
By Max Freedman | February 14, 2025
BusinessLoans.com helps borrowers compare multiple loans at once. Learn how the lender aids business owners and first-time borrowers in the loan process.
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Lightspeed vs. Square: POS Comparison
By Tom Anziano | October 23, 2024
Find out how Lightspeed and Square compare to see which POS system and payment processor is right for your business.
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The Best Collection Agency Services of 2026
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 17, 2024
Here is our guide to choosing the right debt collection agency for your business needs. We break down our best picks and explain legal considerations, risks, and rewards.
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What Is a Merchant Account, and Do You Really Need One?
By Jennifer Dublino | October 11, 2024
Your business needs a merchant account to accept credit and debit cards in person and online. Learn how merchant accounts work and how to get one.
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TouchBistro Review
By Jamie Johnson | October 03, 2024
TouchBistro is an excellent POS system for restaurants looking for a way to manage their menu, tables, and staff. Learn more about how TouchBistro works.
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Epos Now Review and Pricing Plans
By Jamie Johnson | September 06, 2024
Epos Now is an easy-to-use POS system with features for retailers, restaurants and hotels. Learn more about Epos Now's usability, costs and integrations.
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PayPal and Merchant Account Differences
By Dock David Treece | September 05, 2024
PayPal and merchant accounts have some key differences. While PayPal users get an account similar to a merchant account, they also get a lot more.
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What Is Reputation Insurance?
By Adam Uzialko | August 13, 2024
This guide explains reputation insurance and how it works to protect the value of a business’s brand.
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Zelle for Business
By Julie Thompson | July 08, 2024
Zelle allows instant digital payments. Learn about Zelle’s fees, its pros and cons, how to get started, and how it compares to other digital payment methods.
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High-Risk Credit Card Processing and Merchant Accounts
By Julie Thompson | July 01, 2024
Learn all about high-risk credit card processing and merchant accounts, including the pros and cons, and whether your business needs one.
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Merchant One vs. Square: Comparing Two of Our Top Credit Card Processors
By Mike Berner | June 20, 2024
What's the difference between Merchant One and Square? Read this comprehensive overview to see how these credit card processors compare and contrast
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How to Enter Credit Card Charges in QuickBooks Online
By Natalie Hamingson | June 17, 2024
If your business needs the most accurate and up-to-date financials, entering credit card transactions manually in QuickBooks Online may be the way to go.